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JEDI Salutes Local Entrepreneurs
Amid an impressive list of entrepreneurs, the Jefferson Economic Development Institute ( JEDI) handed out its Innovation Awards during Friday night's annual ceremony at Sons of Italy Hall in Weed. All the winners had essentially the same message: they couldn't be where they are today without JEDI, a non-profit organization who says its mission is “to increase the economic well-being of people and communities through business development and local wealth creation.” “They are a great resource for this community. They helped us in the very early days to pencil out whether we could afford to start this nursery. Without that exercise, we may never have had the courage” states Ms. Maniatis. Pauline Uri wiped away a tear of gratitude and surprise as she received her award. Ms. Kohn said, “Without JEDI, the Stewardship Fund grant, and the help of others, I could not have published this book. It’s a dream come true.” All of this year's 17 business nominees and the 22 Techquity Award recipients were honored before the winners were announced. The social hour entertainment was provided by “Ishera” with Carolyn Nayana Hedger writing a song especially for JEDI. Businesses displayed their wares including: Thread Wise, Honey Wine Clay, GS Saddles & Tack, Foragers Floral Design, Wes Brown Small Engine and Boat Repair, Loomis Hannah Wordsmithing, Top Services Mt. Shasta, Healthy Gardens, Living Shasta Photography and Alpaca Farm & Jewelry. Success stories from clients were viewed through a video, a dance performance courtesy of The Flying Lotus Community Activation Center and a poetry salute written by Elena Jones. All the delicious food was catered by Café Maddalena. “I look forward to seeing each of you on Main Street, shopping at the local businesses and making your investment in the future economy” Swift said in closing. The event is the only community fundraiser for JEDI and the organization reported they rose over $8,000.
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JEDI Clients Creating Local Jobs - at 1/20 the Cost of Stimulus Plan Even in Bad Economy, Entrepreneurs Creating Local Jobs Last year - in the face of the worst economy in decades - Jefferson Economic Development Institute (JEDI) clients created approximately 150 full and part time jobs in Siskiyou county - at a cost of less than $2,500 per job. By contrast, non-partisan economists suggest jobs created by the just-signed federal economic stimulus package will cost approximately $60,000 -$70,000 each (figures as high as $200,000+ have been cited, but seem to have been discredited). Existing state programs? They expect job creation to cost approximately $35,000. In recessionary periods, small and micro-businesses provide critical job growth - especially in rural areas, which often don't benefit significantly from stimulus spending. JEDI provides business services to this essential segment of the business world, supporting entrepreneurs, some of whom may have been laid off and want to retain control of their own financial destiny. While JEDI's economic development mission draws little fanfare, it has consistently - and cost-effectively - created jobs and wealth in Siskiyou County. _________________________________________________________________ Forclosure Information Do you want help saving your home? Do you think you might get behind on your mortgage payment? You can set an appointment with a JEDI Counselor. Read the attached just click on the word informational handout for more information just click on the word Forclosure Scam Tips for handout Two website resources: and ___________________________________________________________ McCloud Corner McCloud Economic Initiative Report McCloud Post Survey Meeting 1-8-2009 Shuman McCloud Notes 11-3-2008
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